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Skodje Skern The Oldest Game in the World

$750
£566.67
€649.71
CA$1,046.71
A$1,138.90
CHF 603.03
MX$13,701.76
NOK 7,657.19
SEK 7,005.79
DKK 4,854.23

About the Item

Wenge wood game board by Skodje Skern, Denmark, circa 1960. Game board made from a solid piece of wood, designed for playing "Kahala," one of the earliest known games. Signed with makers stamp on underside, along with game history and playing instructions.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU788716196332

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